This A6-size, one-page-per-day Hobonichi Techo is available in English. Select shop and brand Arts&Science owner Sonya Park directed the creation of the book, which features a simple and sophisticated design. It can also be paired with a techo cover for the Original.
Features
Directed by Arts&Science
One-page-per-day format all in English
Simple and sophisticated design
Main pages
Here’s an overview of the Planner’s main pages.
One day per page
4-millimeter graph paper
The graph-paper design has been slightly enlarged from the Japanese version to 4 millimeters to facilitate easy writing in any language.
Week number
The daily pages include the week number, which is widely used overseas and counts what week of the year it is starting from the beginning of the year. *The week numbers follow the ISO 8601 international standard.
Moon phase and day of the year
The daily pages include the day of the year, which counts what day it is starting from January 1, along with an illustration of the moon phase as seen in Japan on that day.
Customizable time line
12:00 is the only time listed on the page to simply divide each day into morning and afternoon.
Dinner icon
The fork-and-knife icon offers users a recurring place to record dinner plans.
Daily quote
Each spread features quotes specially selected from the Hobonichi website, as well as quotes from Arts&Science’s Sonya Park, all presented in English.
Mini calendar
The daily page also includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread. The dates of the current pages are outlined.
Sundays highlighted in red
While all the other daily pages are printed in charcoal gray, Sundays are printed in bright red for quick reference and an attractive contrast.
2-color tab
Monthly tabs in charcoal gray or red (Sundays) assists with easy navigation anywhere in the planner.
Turning the page to a new year
This warming-up page helps you get ready for the new year. It’s a great place to write your reflections on the past year, list your goals for the year ahead, copy down important information from last year’s planner, or do anything else you need to feel prepared.
One day per page
The spacious pages give you room to write your schedule or journal, draw, or paste in ticket stubs. Enjoy capturing each day in your own way.
Coming Up!
Coming Up!
We’ve included a page at the beginning of each month for highlighting important dates, making to-do lists, and writing other notes to help in planning ahead.
Monthly calendar
Monthly calendar
The graph paper design is lightly printed across the entire page, making it easy to write down plans and take notes. The color scheme is charcoal gray and bright red.
Yearly index
Yearly index
These long-term planning pages let you view four months at a glance across each two-page spread, covering 16 months in total. There is also a free space at the top of the pages for you to write in whatever you like.
Yearly calendar
Yearly calendar
A convenient double-page spread shows the yearly calendars for 2027 and 2028 at a glance for a useful reference when planning ahead.
Bonus Pages
The back of the book features bonus pages that are fun to read and write in. In addition to classic favorites like “My 100,” new pages are added annually.
Every Hobonichi Techo is thoughtfully designed with features throughout that make it both easy to use and enjoyable to use every day.
Tomoe River paper with a smooth writing experience
The techo book uses Tomoe River paper, a thin, light, and durable paper specially designed for planners. It’s characterized by its ability to hold ink well and provide a smooth writing experience.
Sturdy bookbinding that keeps pages secure
Another key feature is its durability. It's designed to withstand a full year of use, not only with repeated opening and closing but also with the extra bulk from papers, ticket stubs, and other items you paste into it.
Stress-free by opening flat 180 degrees
The book opens flat without the need for you to hold down the pages to keep the book open. This is achieved with thread-stitch binding, a bookbinding method that involves sewing and binding the book with thread.
A very flexible design that’s easy on the eyes
The color tones and thickness of the lines are specially designed to be easy on the eyes and not get in the way of your writing.
Rounded corners
The page corners are rounded to minimize creasing and damage to the edges when carried around or stored in a bag.